Garmin nüvi 765/765T 4.3-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Traffic
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Manufacturer: GarminBrand: Garmin
Edition: Electronics
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD
Model: 010-00715-20
Publisher: Garmin
Studio: Garmin
Music Label: Garmin
Product features:
- Bright, 4.3-inch diagonal color WQVGA TFT touchscreen with 480 x 272 pixels and white backlight
- Preloaded with City Navigator North America NT
- Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free calling with compatible devices
- High-sensitivity GPS receiver for improved performance and reception
- NOTE: Model number on the box is 765T because the traffic receiver is included; however, the model number on the device itself is 765 as the "T" in 765T refers to the additional component
- Garmin 12-Volt Adapter Cable
- Garmin GDB 50 MSN Direct Receiver
- Garmin 4.3-Inch Carrying Case
- Garmin AC Charger and International Adapter Set
- Garmin nüMaps Lifetime North America Map Updates
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Customer Review: Some humble thoughts
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this unit because I am new to the area. It is impossible (in my opinion) to tell "WHICH IS THE BEST GPS EVER" because there are die-hard fans of each brand regardless, so when you buy one that isn't your brand, you can't really have an open mind and be totally unbiased. What I am saying is that you need to know beforehand what you want in the GPS and be satisfied with what you buy. I am satisfied that I got what I paid for, though there are a few things I haven't been able to take advantage of - at least yet. The research that I did led me to this brand and this product in particular. Here are my thoughts so far (having only had it for a half a week, and maybe I'll update on other features later).
Positives: It is EXTREMELY easy to use. My wife isn't a techie, and she can just as easily navigate as I can. This is probably the most important feature in any GPS, (in my opinion). The reason is, when you want to get somewhere, you want it to be easy to find, easy to see when you're navigating, and overall if you need to change it while on the road (which you should NEVER do while driving, admittedly), you don't want a lot of confusion and button pushing to fix the navigation. Everyone I researched on said that the Garmin's biggest positive against most other brands is the ease of use- they weren't lying. I also turned up the detail to "High" settings and the picture is really nice. It doesn't add a lot of details to the actual map, but you do notice a bit of difference in clarity.
Features: I can't give a decent opinion on price. Generally, I like to go with the middle of the road type products because what I have noticed on a lot of high end GPS's is that they brag on features that come standard on lower end units, with only slight (if any) variation. Well, duh! Save a buck then and swallow your pride. Intelligent people shouldn't fall for that, especially in our economic situation! The MSN service is ending in 2012, so beware of paying for something that will be discontinued.
[...] This comes on the 780, but traffic updates I believe come through MSN(?) The 765t is lifetime traffic with the cord you need. Again, everything is ready to use RIGHT out of the box.
A big factor in my waiting to purchase any GPS was price. I paid 260 for this unit only because of gift money. If I had a very small budget, I would have gone with a 2xx series instead of the 765t. Consumer Reports ranked them high. Heads up if that's you. I appreciate (on the 765) the posted speed limit (which I guess would be a negative if I was speeding and a cop pulled me over and pointed out that my GPS tells me what the speed limit that I was breaking was), the lifetime free traffic (which if you add on to your GPS is like 129 dollars), The big buttons on the main screen (Easy to see and use), the POI (point of interest) menu is easy to navigate and has a ton of information on places near you. I like the fact that from POI menu you can type in a location you want to find without having an exact address, like you would need if you tried to navigate from the "Where to" menu on the main screen. I like the "Favorites" screen. It is neat to be able to set a favorite and make it easy to navigate to something saved to the GPS. While not a "favorite" by definition, putting a work address in there or traveling home to see family are both advantages that you can save in there before traveling to save time. I have good satellite reception, something that a lot of reviews said really stunk on Garmin devices. I know two other Garmin units in my family (no, I didn't select Garmin for that reason) and they have never had a problem, either. Both units were far less expensive than mine as well. The clip mount for the windshield is EASY and awesome. The unit plugs in with ease and comes off with ease by a button release under the mount. The traffic/charger is neat, too.
Negatives: I didn't check the bluetooth compatibility with phones before purchasing, and unfortunately mine isn't compatible. But my phone, unfortunately, isn't an old one- so that REALLY stinks. My wife's bluetooth headset isn't working well, so I kept telling her to wait until the GPS came... Big bummer there. I don't know if that can be an update released by Garmin, but that would be nice if you could. Another negative (and I think this one is basically preference) is that when you re-route because of traffic, you have to confirm the route change (because the GPS is set for minimal distance or time, or whatever from point "a"-"b". I understand that you would maybe want the GPS to confirm (kind of like a confirmation on your computer to delete a file) but why would I go into the re-routing traffic screen if it weren't to avoid the traffic up ahead? Considering I am doing the change while driving, I would want it as simple and easy as possible. The static on the FM transmitter (that allows you to hear navigation through your speakers) was annoying to me. It wasn't really bad, but it was enough to mention. Other than that, it is a nice feature to have because it makes navigation louder. One thing I don't know is whether or not you can listen to music while navigating through the speakers. If not (and I am guessing it is not possible) that would really stink, too. Also, the touch screen doesn't respond really good. I have big fingers, which is my problem, but the buttons on the keyboard are small and its easy to make mistakes in spelling because of it. I have waited on getting an ITOUCH or IPHONE for (price) and also for the touch screen technology to get better. Sometimes I hit the down arrow for more options on the main screens and it selects something I didn't press. That's annoying, too. I have found it is much more accurate if you use nails, but then I would think you run the risk of scratching the unit. To get to the calibration menu, you have to turn off/on the unit while singing a song and doing a jig. It would be much better if it was one simple button in one of the menus. Additionally, calibrating the unit didn't help with my problems. I think I need some new fingers.
Don't Know about yet Features:
I tried to plug in my IPOD through the GPS and it hasn't worked. I don't even know if it can, but I tried and it was unsuccessful. The MP3 player is neat, works pretty well, too. I don't know how many songs you could put on it at one time, but whatever. The SD card slot makes it easy to transfer pictures and music to the GPS.
The lane assistant hasn't come up at all yet, nor have all the arrows that the pictures advertising the unit come up. I haven't seen any 3-D buildings come up, either. I live close to Philadelphia and Camden- areas that I would assume that the lane assistant could be helpful to have. The lane assistant is one of the biggest reasons why I got this unit. The 780 was 50 bucks cheaper, but it was discontinued when I ordered it and I didn't want to deal with the headache. Plus, this lane assistant was new technology and I thought it would make navigation that much easier for my wife as well. I also understand, however, that it isn't designed for EVERY highway experience, but rather some of the more confusing ones. I am anxious to see it, though.
I don't know how easy it is to add a picture to your destination- I will probably do that soon. I like the idea of having pictures for POIs on or close to your driving route. If you're out on a Sunday drive and you see one, then you might be persuaded to check them out. That's neat, in my opinion.
*Additional update 1: I downloaded all the free updates that come on the unit, haven't noticed anything fabulous as a result. I also added pictures from other GPS users who marked out certain locations. I don't know, but it seems after putting those items on it really slows down the unit. Maybe its the pictures because they are the last to appear on screen. I was hoping that the pictures would show up on the map, but it appears that they are simply marked with a camera icon. Now I regret doing it, but I am not sure how to get those pictures off. Annoying.
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Description of Garmin nüvi 765/765T 4.3-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Traffic
Have you lost your sense of direction? Let Garmin nuvi 765t 4.3" GPS be your guiding system to take you hither and yonder. It opens United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico for visual exploration. You'll get the knowledge of a native where and when ever you choose to go. It's the surefire tool for any traveler even for those with no sense of direction. The Garmin nuvi 765t is fully equipped to help you get where you're going. The nuvi 765T offers full coverage mapping for the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The preloaded map data features nearly six million points of interest, including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs and attractions. The map data is provided by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping. It features 3D buildings, lane assist and lifetime traffic alerts from NAVTEQ. Take advantage of Garmin's first premium traffic service without subscription fees. 3D navigation with lane assist provides drivers a clear picture of what lies ahead on their route, including road sign detail and arrows indicating the proper lane for navigation. Some areas even offer a 3D view of buildings. Steer clear of traffic with nuvi's integrated FM traffic receiver. Receive alerts about traffic delays and road construction that lie ahead on your route. Feel comfortable and at home on the road with this Garmin nuvi 765t. It's essentially a must for any trip. Auto time zone will automatically adjust your time zone while navigating Garmin Connect Photos - associate your favorite images with saved locations DEM maps show you shaded terrain contours at various zoom levels High-sensitivity GPS receiver for improved performance and reception Turn-by-turn directions with voice guidance Easy-to-use, Touchscreen interface Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time and more Simplified PC connectivity, using USB mass storage Configurable vehicle icons allows users to select a funTake the right way on the highway with nüvi 765T, featuring lane assist. This feature guides you to the proper lane for navigation. The 765T adds hands-free calling to the nüvi 755T. Like the rest of the nüvi 705-series, this advanced navigator comes with premium features including 3-D building view, photo navigation, faster screen redraws, route planning, emergency and car locators and much more.
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View map detail, driving directions, photos and more in bright, brilliant color. |
nüvi 765T takes navigation to the next level with lane assist. No more guessing which lane you need to be in to make an upcoming turn. Lane assist guides you to the correct lane for an approaching turn or exit, making unfamiliar intersections and exits easy to navigate. It realistically displays road signs and junctions on your route along with arrows that indicate the proper lane for navigation. Lane assist is available in select metropolitan cities.
Get Turn-by-Turn Directions
nüvi 765T's intuitive interface greets you with two simple questions: "Where to?" and "View Map." Touch the color screen to easily look up addresses and services and get voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names to your destination. It comes preloaded with detailed City Navigator® NT street maps, nearly 6 million points of interest (POIs) and features digital elevation maps and 3-D building view in some areas to help you orient yourself with your surroundings. You can also upload custom points of interest (POIs). With HotFix® satellite prediction, nüvi calculates your position faster to get you there quicker, and its ultra-fast map redraw ensures a smooth user interface.
Make Hands-free Calls
For hands-free calling, nüvi 765T integrates A2DP Bluetooth® wireless technology with a built-in microphone and speaker (optional external microphone available). Just pair it with your compatible Bluetooth phone and talk hands-free through the 765T while staying focused on the road. Simply dial numbers with nüvi's touchscreen keypad to make a call. To answer calls, just tap the screen and speak into its built-in microphone. Enjoy convenient one-touch dialing for contacts and points of interest. Even listen to
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nüvi 765T sports a sleek, slim design and fits comfortably in your pocket or purse. |
Avoid Traffic Tie-ups
Steer clear of traffic with nüvi 765T's integrated FM traffic receiver. Receive alerts about traffic delays and road construction that lie ahead on your route. Next, simply touch nüvi's screen to view traffic details or detour around the problem area.
Find Yourself, Your Car
Keep track of yourself and your car with nüvi 765T. Just tap the "Where Am I?" emergency locator to find the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest address and intersection. Also see your exact latitude and longitude coordinates. nüvi 765T even remembers where you parked. It automatically marks your position when you remove it from the windshield mount, so you can navigate with nüvi on foot and find your way back to your vehicle. Perfect for unfamiliar spots and crowded lots such as amusement parks, stadiums and malls.
Plan Ahead
nüvi 765T includes advanced navigation features to take the worry out of traveling. With route planning you can save 10 routes, specify via points and preview simulated turns on the 765T's wide screen. In addition, nüvi 765T automatically sorts multiple destinations to provide an efficient route for errands, deliveries or sales calls. It also displays speed limits for highways and Interstates in the U.S. and Europe. A trip log provides an electronic bread crumb trail of up to 10,000 points, so you can see where you've been on the map.
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With nüvi 765T's widescreen display, you'll always get the big picture. View map detail, driving directions, photos and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable, 4.3-inch display is easy to read ? from any direction.
Take It With You Like the rest of the nüvi 705-series, nüvi 765T sports a sleek, slim design and fits comfortably in your pocket or purse. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery makes it convenient for navigation by car or foot.
Go Beyond Navigation Navigation is just the beginning. nüvi 765T includes many ?must have? entertainment and travel tools including MP3 player, audio book player (subscription to Audible.com required), world travel clock, automatic time zone transition, currency converter, unit converter, calculator and more. With nüvi 765T's wireless FM transmitter¹ you can hear audio, including voice prompts, MP3s and audio books, through your vehicle's stereo. Show off photos of your travels with nüvi's picture viewer. Download pictures from Garmin Connect? Photos and navigate to them. The 765T is compatible with our free Garmin Garage where you can download fun icons that show your location on the map. It also comes with Garmin Lock?, an anti-theft feature. Enhance your travel experience with optional plug-in SD? cards such as Garmin Travel Guides for detailed data on attractions.
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